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February 21, 2011 4:54 PM

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT.

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT.

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT.

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael... Photo-587565.2897 - Westport News

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael... Photo-587569.2897 - Westport News

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael... Photo-587570.2897 - Westport News

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael... Photo-587571.2897 - Westport News

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael... Photo-587572.2897 - Westport News

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael... Photo-587573.2897 - Westport News

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael... Photo-587574.2897 - Westport News

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael... Photo-587575.2897 - Westport News

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael... Photo-587585.2897 - Westport News

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael... Photo-587586.2897 - Westport News

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael... Photo-587587.2897 - Westport News

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael... Photo-587588.2897 - Westport News

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael... Photo-587589.2897 - Westport News

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael... Photo-587590.2897 - Westport News

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael... Photo-587591.2897 - Westport News

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael... Photo-587592.2897 - Westport News

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael... Photo-587593.2897 - Westport News

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael... Photo-587594.2897 - Westport News

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael... Photo-587595.2897 - Westport News

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael... Photo-587596.2897 - Westport News

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael... Photo-587599.2897 - Westport News

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael... Photo-587600.2897 - Westport News

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael... Photo-587601.2897 - Westport News

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael... Photo-587602.2897 - Westport News

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael... Photo-587603.2897 - Westport News

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael... Photo-587604.2897 - Westport News

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael... Photo-587605.2897 - Westport News

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael... Photo-587606.2897 - Westport News

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael... Photo-587607.2897 - Westport News

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael... Photo-587625.2897 - Westport News

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael... Photo-587626.2897 - Westport News

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael... Photo-587627.2897 - Westport News

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael... Photo-587629.2897 - Westport News

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael... Photo-587630.2897 - Westport News

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael... Photo-587632.2897 - Westport News

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

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Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the Production, Stage and Site Manager at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, Lake Champlain Maritime Festival, Burlington’s First Night and the Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festival in Bridgeport, CT. less

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael Potashnick at the University of Bridgeport Bernard Arnold Art Center on February 20, 2011. Potashnick, who passed away in 2011, was the ... more

Photo: Peter Caty

Family and friends gathered during a memorial event for Michael... Photo-587638.2897 - Westport News